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Bianca Riario [obverse]

Style of Niccolò Fiorentino

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a relief portrait of a woman crafted from bronze. The sculpture displays a side profile of the woman, with detailed features such as her head, shoulders, and stylized hair. The bronze material gives the sculpture a dark brown color, with some areas appearing shinier and worn. Inscribed text surrounds the round sculpture, partially obscured. The relief technique creates depth, making the subject stand out from the background. The overall look is reminiscent of an antique medallion against a black background.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th/early 16th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3203 × 3203 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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